This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mah Jongg Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Open Mah Jongg 1:00pm–4:00pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mah Jongg Friday, January 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Open Mah Jongg 1:30pm–3:30pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Teens" group Murder Mystery Lock-In Friday, January 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: 11 - 18, Teens It’s time to put your detective skills to the test at an after-hours murder mystery! Each participant will become a character in the investigation that will take place throughout the library, but one player's motives are not what they seem… Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "11 - 18" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Murder Mystery Lock-In 6:00pm–8:00pm Mount Airy Branch Open Registration will close on January 23, 2026 @ 6:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Age Group: ( 11 - 18 ) Teens Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: It’s time to put your detective skills to the test at an after-hours murder mystery! Each participant will become a character in the investigation that will take place throughout the library, but one player's motives are not what they seem… Disclaimer(s) All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Kids" group Saturday Adventures Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Saturday Adventures 10:00am–11:00am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Description: Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Puzzle Race Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? Form a team of up to 4 players and join us for a puzzle race competition! All teams will get the same 500-piece puzzle and race to see which team can assemble it first. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Puzzle Race 10:00am–1:00pm North Carroll Branch Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Teens ( 12 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? Form a team of up to 4 players and join us for a puzzle race competition! All teams will get the same 500-piece puzzle and race to see which team can assemble it first. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Kids" group Picture Book Book Club: Winter Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Book Clubs, Fun and Games, Storytime Age Group: Kids, 3 - 6 It's never too early to share the love of reading! Our book club will incorporate a mix of traditional storytime, show and tell, and related activity stations to engage budding bibliophiles. Cancelled Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "3 - 6" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Cancelled Picture Book Book Club: Winter 10:00am–11:00am Taneytown Branch Closed Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 3 - 6 ) Program Type: Book Clubs, Fun and Games, Storytime Registration Required Description: It's never too early to share the love of reading! Our book club will incorporate a mix of traditional storytime, show and tell, and related activity stations to engage budding bibliophiles. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Kids" group Play and Explore Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Kids, Birth - 5 Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 5" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Play and Explore 10:30am–11:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 5 ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Everyone" group It's Snow Fun! Monday, January 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games Age Group: Everyone, All Ages There's no school at CCPS today, so we're planning snow-themed activities for family fun! Crafts and activities will be set up in stations throughout the branch. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 26 2026 Mon It's Snow Fun! 12:00pm–4:00pm Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts, Fun and Games Description: There's no school at CCPS today, so we're planning snow-themed activities for family fun! Crafts and activities will be set up in stations throughout the branch.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Sphero Mania Monday, January 26, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Age Group: Kids, 8 - 13, Teens We will be breaking out the mini remote-controlled Sphero robots. We will be doing programming with them as well as running them through races and obstacle courses. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "8 - 13" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Sphero Mania 1:30pm–2:30pm North Carroll Branch Open Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 1:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 8 - 13 ) Teens Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker Registration Required Description: We will be breaking out the mini remote-controlled Sphero robots. We will be doing programming with them as well as running them through races and obstacle courses.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group LEGO® Builders Club Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Age Group: Kids, 6 - Adults, Teens, Adults Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design challenge each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "6 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon LEGO® Builders Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 6 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM Description: Want to practice your building skills? Join us for a LEGO® program where you tackle a new design challenge each time! We supply the bricks, and you supply the creativity! Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mah Jongg Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Open Mah Jongg 5:00pm–7:45pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
This event is in the "Teens" group Westminster Branch Dungeons & Dragons Club Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games, Service Learning Hours Age Group: Teens, 12 - 17 Welcome, adventurers! Join our table(s) as we embark on fun-filled campaigns! Our games are friendly to both new and returning players. We will have a number of pre-made character sheets for you to make your own. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "12 - 17" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Westminster Branch Dungeons & Dragons Club 4:30pm–6:30pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 4:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Teens ( 12 - 17 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Service Learning Hours Registration Required Description: Welcome, adventurers! Join our table(s) as we embark on fun-filled campaigns! Our games are friendly to both new and returning players. We will have a number of pre-made character sheets for you to make your own. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Adults" group Strategy Games Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Please drop in anytime between the hours listed and learn or teach a game. Most strategic games take between 1.5 to 3 hours to play. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Strategy Games 4:30pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Please drop in anytime between the hours listed and learn or teach a game. Most strategic games take between 1.5 to 3 hours to play.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Chess at the Library Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Finksburg Small Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Kids, 7 - Adults, Teens, Adults Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "7 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Chess at the Library 5:00pm–7:00pm Finksburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Finksburg Branch Room: Finksburg Small Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( 7 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Are you a chess champion or want to learn? Show off your best moves against other chess players! Experienced and novice chess players are welcome. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Open Chess Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Everyone, All Ages Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Open Chess 6:00pm–7:30pm Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Are you a chess expert or learning to play? Drop in to show your skills with other chess players! Chess players of all levels are welcome.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Westminster Branch Chess Club Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: 11 - Adults, Teens, Adults Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "11 - Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Westminster Branch Chess Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Westminster Branch Open Registration will close on January 29, 2026 @ 5:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: ( 11 - Adults ) Teens Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: Whether you are a chess newbie or an expert, you will find a community here in Westminster Branch's Chess Club and walk away having learned something new from our personal instructor. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. All attendees need to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group Senior Social Hour: Let's Do Lunch! Friday, January 30, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults We'll bring the cookies, you bring your brown-bagged lunch, and let's get together for some fun conversation games! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Senior Social Hour: Let's Do Lunch! 12:00pm–1:00pm Mount Airy Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Mount Airy Branch Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: We'll bring the cookies, you bring your brown-bagged lunch, and let's get together for some fun conversation games! Disclaimer(s) Refreshments will be served.
This event is in the "Kids" group Saturday Adventures Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Saturday Adventures 10:00am–11:00am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Description: Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Kids" group Play and Explore Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Kids, Birth - 5 Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 5" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Play and Explore 10:30am–11:30am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 5 ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mah Jongg Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:45pm Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Adults Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Open Mah Jongg 1:00pm–4:45pm Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Body in Motion Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm North Carroll Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Teens, 13 - Adults, Adults The library is more than just books. It is a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for a program full of movement and music. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "13 - Adults" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Club Friendship: Libraries Are for Everyone - Body in Motion 1:00pm–1:45pm North Carroll Branch Upcoming Registration will open on January 22, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: North Carroll Branch Age Group: Teens ( 13 - Adults ) Adults Program Type: Fun and Games Registration Required Description: The library is more than just books. It is a place to come together as a community. We welcome teens and adults of all abilities, along with support staff, to join us for a program full of movement and music. Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
This event is in the "Kids" group Preschool Play Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Kids, 2 - 5 Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime where children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "2 - 5" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Preschool Play 10:00am–11:00am Westminster Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Westminster Branch Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) Age Group: Kids ( 2 - 5 ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Play is a fantastic way for children to develop their critical thinking skills. Join us for an open playtime where children can be imaginative and creative while exploring blocks, puzzles, playdough, and more. Disclaimer(s) Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Playdough Fun Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch Program Type: Fun and Games Age Group: Everyone, All Ages Need something fun to do on Saturday? Join the boredom busting fun as we create with playdough. Our homemade playdough is a delight that keeps kids (and adults) busy. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Playdough Fun 10:00am–11:00am Taneytown Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Taneytown Branch Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone ( All Ages ) Program Type: Fun and Games Description: Need something fun to do on Saturday? Join the boredom busting fun as we create with playdough. Our homemade playdough is a delight that keeps kids (and adults) busy.
This event is in the "Kids" group Saturday Adventures Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Age Group: Kids, Birth - 8 Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - 8" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Saturday Adventures 10:00am–11:00am Eldersburg Branch Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Location: Eldersburg Branch Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room Age Group: Kids ( Birth - 8 ) Program Type: Fun and Games, Storytime Description: Come to the library every Saturday morning for a new adventure! Stories, songs, dancing—there will be something new and different each week. The one thing that will always happen? Fun! Disclaimer(s) The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.
